MWA594 - Alf Sharp

MWA594 - Alf Sharp

Author: Mark Hicks, Sean Wisniewski, Kyle Barton, & Brian Obst February 17, 2026 Duration: 58:16

We are delighted to have Alf Sharp as our guest. Alf specializes in crafting museum-quality custom furniture inspired by 18th- and 19th-century American and European designs.  He is a Cartouche Award winner from The Society of American Period Furniture Makers. So join us for a fascinating look into the career of master furniture maker. 

Alf Sharp

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Grab a cold one and pull up a stool in the shop. MWA Podcast-Woodworking Conversations is where hosts Mark Hicks, Sean Wisniewski, Kyle Barton, and Brian Obst gather to talk shop in the most genuine sense. The heart of this podcast lies in its long-form, meandering interviews with a wide range of woodworkers, from dedicated hobbyists whose projects fill their homes to internationally recognized professionals whose work defines the craft. These aren't quick tips, but full conversations that dig into philosophy, mistakes, creative processes, and the personal stories behind the work. Each episode also weaves in relevant news from the woodworking world, discussing new tools, techniques, and community events that matter to practitioners. True to its workshop roots, every session concludes with a fortnightly beer recommendation, offering a fitting end to the discussion. No matter your preferred method-hand tools, power tools, or a blend of both-this podcast feels like joining a thoughtful conversation among friends who share a deep passion for making things with wood. It’s a regular dose of camaraderie and insight for anyone who finds solace and challenge at the workbench.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 605

MWA Podcast - Woodworking Conversations
Podcast Episodes
MWA167 - Sound [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:00
Sean and Dyami discuss sound in the shop
MWA166 - Spags Loves Pinsky [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:11:08
Dyami and Sean speak with Marc "The Wood Whisperer" Spagnolo about his new woodworking book, Fine Woodworking Live and what Phil Pinsky is really like.
MWA164 - Gary Rogowski [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:17:11
Sean & Dyami chat with Gary Rogowski about Gary's work, his teaching and his new book, Handmade: Creative Focus in the Age of Distraction.
MWA163 - Kyle's News [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:16
Friend of the show, Kyle Barton, shares his woodworking news.
MWA162 - Wilbur Pan (Part II) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:32
Sean and Dyami finish their discussion with Wilbur about the history and use of Japanese woodworking tools.
MWA161 - Wilbur Pan (Part I) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:57
Sean and Dyami chat with Wilbur Pan about Japanese Woodworking Tools and his new video series discussing their history and use.
MWA160 - Unthankful [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:07:20
Dyami gets cranky about Farmhouse tables and Sean agrees.
MWA159 - Thankful [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:39
Sean & Dyami discuss what they're thankful for in the shop. They mention some things and people you might not expect.